It's a Numbers Game: Republicans Are in Trouble: Ryan Girdusky’s 32-Day Midterm Warning

Ryan Girdusky breaks down the political warning signs facing Republicans with just 32 days until the midterm elections. Ryan examines polling and voter sentiment surrounding President Donald Trump, traditional Republican voters, the economy, inflation, healthcare costs, immigration, artificial intelligence, taxes, Social Security, and the growing appeal of economic populism. He argues that Republicans in traditionally safe red states and districts can no longer assume victory—and need to campaign aggressively and address the economic concerns affecting voters. Ryan also makes the case for what he views as the major accomplishments of the Trump administration and Republican Congress, including actions on the southern border, immigration, crime, DEI, prescription drug costs, manufacturing, energy, taxes, and the child tax credit. Plus, Ryan answers listener questions about the Texas Senate race, James Talarico, Ken Paxton, black voter turnout in Texas, John Cornyn voters, and whether Republicans could face a repeat of past Senate election upsets. Subscribe to It’s a Numbers Game with Ryan Girdusky for polling analysis, election data, political trends, and the numbers shaping the 2026 midterm elections.Follow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tudor Dixon takes listeners inside Israel for a special edition of The Tudor Dixon Podcast, sharing her firsthand journey through the Holy Land and the biblical sites that transformed the way she reads Scripture. Tudor sits down with U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee to discuss why he believes Americans and Christians should visit Israel, what travelers experience on the ground, the decline in tourism, and why seeing Jerusalem and the Holy Land firsthand can bring biblical history to life. Huckabee also addresses perceptions about safety, religious freedom, and relations among Israel's Jewish, Christian, Muslim, Arab, and Druze communities. Tudor also speaks with Ze’ev Orenstein, Director of International Affairs at the City of David, about archaeological discoveries that connect visitors with Jerusalem's biblical past. They discuss King David, faith, America's Judeo-Christian heritage, equality before the law, and why passing history and faith from one generation to the next matters. Plus, Tudor reflects on visiting the Sea of Galilee and Garden of Gethsemane and explains how walking through the places described in Scripture changed her personal connection to the Bible.  It's a special journey through Israel, Christianity, archaeology, biblical history, and faith—from the City of David to conversations about the future of the Holy Land.Follow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A state dinner and red-carpet diplomacy made headlines, but Steve Yates focuses on the real scorecard after Xi Jinping’s visit to Washington. From the temporary trade truce and AI competition to Taiwan deterrence, Iran’s oil lifeline, and the case of Jimmy Lai, he examines what Beijing gained, what Washington held firm on, and where key questions remain unresolved. The central test is not symbolism, but implementation. Listen now and decide whether this summit delivered progress or simply bought time before the next round of negotiations. Follow Nation States with Yates for clear, common-sense insights where Steve Yates serves as your personal national security advisor, breaking down world events in ways that matter to Main Street, not just Washington. Connect with the show at [email protected] and follow on X @NSWithYates.Follow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the 2026 midterm elections approaching, Lisa Boothe is joined by Sentinel Action Fund President Jessica Anderson for a state-by-state look at the races shaping the battle for control of Congress. Anderson explains why she believes national polling doesn't necessarily capture what Republican campaigns are seeing on the ground, while acknowledging that several traditionally Republican Senate seats have become increasingly competitive. She discusses the GOP's turnout challenge, President Donald Trump's campaign strategy and the importance of low-propensity voters in determining the outcome. The conversation dives into some of the biggest Senate contests, including Mike Rogers versus Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan, Jon Husted versus Sherrod Brown in Ohio, Susan Collins' race in Maine and Dan Sullivan's battle in Alaska. Anderson also examines Texas, Iowa and New Hampshire and explains why independent voters could behave very differently from state to state. Plus, Lisa and Jessica discuss affordability, gas prices, the Iran conflict, President Trump's influence on turnout and the closing arguments Republicans are making to voters. The episode provides an inside look at the electoral strategy and ground game behind some of the most consequential races of the 2026 midterms. Recent reporting also shows Republicans directing significant attention and resources toward competitive Senate races in states including Alaska, Iowa and Ohio, underscoring how broad the 2026 battleground has become.Follow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clay Travis and Buck Sexton react to President Donald Trump’s Oval Office comments on diesel prices, Russia and Ukraine, and the state of the U.S. economy, including Trump’s argument that America is seeing major investment in factories and strong employment. Clay contends that the most effective Republican economic message is that the Biden administration left behind high inflation and a damaged economy that requires time to repair, while pointing to stock market performance, low unemployment, accelerating wage growth and stronger economic growth as reasons for optimism. The hosts acknowledge that many Americans remain frustrated by the cost of groceries, gasoline and other everyday expenses, and they debate how quickly improving economic indicators can translate into voters actually feeling better about their finances. They also discuss oil and gas prices amid conflict involving Iran and instability in the Middle East, as well as the impact of the Russia-Ukraine war on diesel supplies. Clay and Buck give a major update on the attempted hijacking of a Flydubai flight traveling from Dubai to Tel Aviv, which was diverted to Saudi Arabia after the co-pilot allegedly attacked the captain and attempted to bring down the aircraft. Clay and Buck recount how the plane carrying 174 people went into a dramatic descent, passengers and crew fought their way into the cockpit, and a reserve flight crew ultimately landed the aircraft safely. They discuss reports that the co-pilot, an Omani national, had undergone Islamist radicalization and was suicidal, along with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's comments about the investigation. The hosts also play comments from President Donald Trump, who says investigators are examining whether the alleged attacker had connections to Iran and that information he was receiving suggested a possible link, while stopping short of a final conclusion. Clay and Buck examine the possibility that the timing of the attempted hijacking, shortly before the aircraft entered Israeli airspace, could indicate an intention to use the plane in a larger terrorist attack against Israel. They also discuss the suspension of Flydubai flights to Israel, whether accomplices or a broader terrorist network could have been involved, and a separate arrest of a dual Iranian-British citizen connected to an alleged terror plot near a U.S. military facility in England. The guys analyze comments from Pete Hegseth about military culture, physical standards, DEI policies, grooming and his vision of a more traditional warrior ethos in the U.S. military. Clay and Buck particularly seize on Hegseth's reference to "beardos," wondering exactly what he means given the prevalence of beards among elite special operations personnel. The discussion evolves into a humorous but detailed history of military facial hair, stretching from the Crimean War and Civil War to World War I, Afghanistan and Iraq. Clay discusses how gas masks helped encourage clean-shaven military standards during World War I, while Buck points to the rugged appearance of modern special operators and earlier soldiers as examples of how beards have historically become associated with masculinity and military culture. They also mention Vice President JD Vance, the history of facial hair among American political leaders and the relationship between grooming standards, professionalism and public perceptions of trustworthiness. Financial commentator Trish Regan joins for an extended discussion of the Trump economy, inflation, energy and consumer sentiment. Regan argues that today's inflation environment represents an improvement from the inflation surge during the Biden administration but says consumers remain acutely aware that prices are substantially higher than they were several years ago. She explains why lower inflation does not mean prices return to their previous levels and discusses the latest Personal Consumption Expenditures inflation reading, energy costs, gasoline prices and the movement of oil through the Strait of Hormuz. She and the hosts explore the challenge Republicans face in persuading voters that economic conditions are improving when some Americans have yet to experience those improvements personally. Regan also makes the case for continued economic policies centered on capitalism, innovation and private-sector growth while warning about the economic direction she believes Democrats would pursue. 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Hour 1 of the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show opens with Clay and Buck examining the economy, inflation, energy prices and the political battle heading into the 2026 midterm elections. They react to President Donald Trump’s Oval Office comments on diesel prices, Russia and Ukraine, and the state of the U.S. economy, including Trump’s argument that America is seeing major investment in factories and strong employment. Clay contends that the most effective Republican economic message is that the Biden administration left behind high inflation and a damaged economy that requires time to repair, while pointing to stock market performance, low unemployment, accelerating wage growth and stronger economic growth as reasons for optimism. The hosts acknowledge that many Americans remain frustrated by the cost of groceries, gasoline and other everyday expenses, and they debate how quickly improving economic indicators can translate into voters actually feeling better about their finances. They also discuss oil and gas prices amid conflict involving Iran and instability in the Middle East, as well as the impact of the Russia-Ukraine war on diesel supplies. The conversation then shifts to the 2026 midterm elections and the battle for control of Congress. Clay argues that Democratic political momentum may have peaked and predicts Republican advertising could begin moving key races toward the GOP. He highlights Senate contests in Texas, Iowa, Kansas, Georgia, North Carolina, Maine and Michigan, while Buck says he is encouraged about Republican prospects in the Senate but stresses that turnout will ultimately determine the results. They discuss the flood of political advertising airing in battleground states such as Virginia, why campaigns rely so heavily on negative attack ads, and why conventional attacks against Trump have sometimes failed to achieve their intended effect. The hosts also use New York City and Zohran Mamdani as an example in their broader argument about Democratic economic policies, contending that policies intended to address affordability and housing costs can instead contribute to higher prices and rents. Financial commentator Trish Regan joins Hour 1 for an extended discussion of the Trump economy, inflation, energy and consumer sentiment. Regan argues that today's inflation environment represents an improvement from the inflation surge during the Biden administration but says consumers remain acutely aware that prices are substantially higher than they were several years ago. She explains why lower inflation does not mean prices return to their previous levels and discusses the latest Personal Consumption Expenditures inflation reading, energy costs, gasoline prices and the movement of oil through the Strait of Hormuz. She and the hosts explore the challenge Republicans face in persuading voters that economic conditions are improving when some Americans have yet to experience those improvements personally. Regan also makes the case for continued economic policies centered on capitalism, innovation and private-sector growth while warning about the economic direction she believes Democrats would pursue. Regan and the guys also dive into the rapidly changing media and entertainment industry, discussing Paramount Skydance, Warner Bros. Discovery, Netflix and CNN. The conversation focuses on the implications of consolidation in the entertainment business, Netflix's competitive position and the potential for technology to completely reshape how Americans consume movies, television and news. Regan predicts that artificial intelligence, virtual reality and personalized entertainment could eventually allow audiences to customize programming and experience news or major events in dramatically more immersive ways. The discussion expands into the future of journalism, including the growing role of citizen journalists and social platforms, and how traditional television networks and international news bureaus may need to adapt to technological disruption. The interview concludes with a broader conversation about artificial intelligence, data centers, China, American energy production and national security. Clay raises concerns that public fears about AI infrastructure and data-center construction could leave the United States at a competitive disadvantage to China. Regan argues that winning the global AI race is both an economic and national-security imperative, with abundant and reliable energy necessary to power the data centers and computing infrastructure behind the technology. She maintains that America needs sensible safeguards while continuing to invest aggressively in AI rather than allowing fear of the technology to surrender strategic leadership to China. The discussion ties AI innovation directly to economic productivity, energy policy and the long-term competition between the United States and China. In the lighter portion of Hour 1, Clay and Buck debate whether"Eye of the Tiger" remains the greatest workout and sports hype song, including whether its popularity is generational, before joking about Buck's tennis matchup involving Sean Hannity's daughter. The hour closes on a more serious economic note when Christie, a caller from Utah, describes spending more than a year searching unsuccessfully for full-time employment and eventually turning to consulting to pay her bills. Her experience leads to a discussion about the gap between positive national economic statistics and the lived experience of Americans struggling in the job market. While Christie says she does not believe Democrats would improve her situation, she explains why people having difficulty finding work may nevertheless be hesitant to embrace claims that the economy is strong. Clay encourages Utah listeners who might have an employment opportunity to reach out, bringing Hour 1 of the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show full circle to its central theme: the tension between improving economic data, persistent affordability and employment concerns, and how those competing realities could shape voter sentiment in the 2026 midterm elections. 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Hour 2 of the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show features an extended debate about a controversial Cornell University sexual assault lawsuit, focusing on consent, personal responsibility, due process and the distinction between morally objectionable behavior and conduct that meets the legal standard for a crime. Clay outlines the allegations involving a Cornell student, seven fraternity members, alcohol and drug use, emphasizing that the woman initially described the encounter as consensual before later alleging sexual assault and filing a lawsuit. Clay and Buck discuss text messages and other details surrounding the case and argue that an initial statement of consent followed by a later allegation presents substantial challenges for the accused and the legal process. They repeatedly stress that they regard the alleged conduct at the fraternity as degrading and irresponsible while maintaining that moral condemnation and criminal culpability are separate questions. The Cornell discussion expands into a broader examination of sexual assault allegations, consent laws, due process and equal treatment under the law. Clay proposes reversing the genders in the hypothetical circumstances to test whether men and women would be treated equally, while Buck argues that the legal system must protect genuine victims while also maintaining standards designed to protect innocent people from false accusations. They reference the Duke lacrosse case, along with allegations involving Brett Kavanaugh and E. Jean Carroll, as part of a wider conversation about delayed accusations, the challenges of defending against allegations concerning events from many years earlier and the purpose of statutes of limitations. Clay also argues against laws that preserve the anonymity of sexual assault accusers while publicly identifying the accused, contending that reputational damage can remain even when criminal charges are never filed. A caller named Mary challenges the hosts' framing of the Cornell case and argues that the men involved had a basic moral responsibility to intervene when someone was intoxicated. Although Clay and Buck disagree with aspects of her legal reasoning, Buck acknowledges the strength of her argument on an ethical level, reinforcing Hour 2's distinction between morality and criminal law. Hour 2 also turns to the death penalty following a botched execution in Tennessee, prompting Clay and Buck to debate capital punishment and different methods of execution. Buck argues that the incident will strengthen arguments made by death penalty opponents and notes the Catholic Church's opposition to capital punishment, even as he explains why he personally supports the death penalty. The hosts discuss lethal injection, the electric chair and firing squads, as well as the broader political debate surrounding execution policy. They also consider whether women sentenced to death should be treated differently from men, ultimately framing the question around equal legal responsibility regardless of sex. A retired anesthesiologist calls the program and provides his professional assessment of the failed lethal injection, saying he believes an improperly placed IV allowed medication to infiltrate surrounding tissue rather than properly entering the vein. The capital punishment conversation leads into a historical discussion of public executions, the guillotine and execution practices in Europe. Clay and Buck examine the historical rationale for conducting executions publicly, including whether their visibility was intended to demonstrate that punishment was being administered under lawful authority and to deter others from committing crimes. Buck references historian Joel Harrington's The Faithful Executioner, a book about an executioner in early modern Germany, as the hosts discuss historical crimes that could result in execution, accusations of witchcraft and the importance once placed on employing a skilled executioner. The Tennessee controversy therefore develops into a larger philosophical and historical debate over criminal justice, state authority, transparency, deterrence and humane methods of execution. The hour also includes a lighter discussion of music, workout songs and 1990s rock culture. A listener cites Lit's "My Own Worst Enemy," the Clay and Buck theme song, as a favorite song for getting energized before a workout, prompting the hosts to discuss iconic music and generational differences in musical tastes. Buck mentions the Foo Fighters, while Clay talks about his son's interest in rap and references Juice WRLD as an artist popular with a younger generation. The exchange continues the show's ongoing debate about the best songs for workouts, sports and getting fired up. Overall, Hour 2 of the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show centers on provocative legal, ethical and cultural questions surrounding the Cornell University sexual assault lawsuit, consent, due process, false accusations, personal responsibility, gender equality under the law and statutes of limitations. The program then moves into an extensive conversation about the Tennessee execution controversy, lethal injection, firing squads, the electric chair, the death penalty and the history of public executions, with listener calls adding both opposing viewpoints and professional medical insight. Clay and Buck balance those serious debates with a lighter conversation about Lit, Foo Fighters, Juice WRLD, workout music and generational musical tastes, making Hour 2 a wide-ranging examination of law, morality, criminal justice, culture and personal responsibility. 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Hour 3 of the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show opens with a major update on the attempted hijacking of a Flydubai flight traveling from Dubai to Tel Aviv, which was diverted to Saudi Arabia after the co-pilot allegedly attacked the captain and attempted to bring down the aircraft. Clay and Buck recount how the plane carrying 174 people went into a dramatic descent, passengers and crew fought their way into the cockpit, and a reserve flight crew ultimately landed the aircraft safely. They discuss reports that the co-pilot, an Omani national, had undergone Islamist radicalization and was suicidal, along with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's comments about the investigation. The hosts also play comments from President Donald Trump, who says investigators are examining whether the alleged attacker had connections to Iran and that information he was receiving suggested a possible link, while stopping short of a final conclusion. Clay and Buck examine the possibility that the timing of the attempted hijacking, shortly before the aircraft entered Israeli airspace, could indicate an intention to use the plane in a larger terrorist attack against Israel. They also discuss the suspension of Flydubai flights to Israel, whether accomplices or a broader terrorist network could have been involved, and a separate arrest of a dual Iranian-British citizen connected to an alleged terror plot near a U.S. military facility in England. The aviation discussion also focuses on the extraordinary actions of the passengers, crew and wounded captain who prevented disaster. Clay and Buck play Trump's description of a passenger described as a plumber who reportedly grabbed the aircraft controls during the crisis despite having no formal flying experience, drawing on knowledge from watching television programs about aviation disasters. That leads into a broader discussion about aircraft emergencies, rapid altitude loss, aerodynamic stalls and how difficult it can be to recover an aircraft once a catastrophic situation develops. The hosts reflect on the terrifying experience for passengers aboard the Flydubai flight and the possibility that the intervention inside the cockpit prevented both the deaths of everyone aboard and a potential attack on the ground. Hour 3 then returns to the death penalty and execution methods, with callers responding to the show's earlier discussion of capital punishment. One caller provocatively suggests putting executions on pay-per-view, an idea Clay and Buck reject as turning criminal punishment into public spectacle. Another caller, who says he witnessed two executions in Virginia as a member of a press pool, argues that the electric chair was fast and effective compared with complications surrounding lethal injection, including difficulties obtaining execution drugs and establishing intravenous access. Clay explains that his principal concern about capital punishment is the possibility of wrongful convictions, distinguishing cases in which guilt is absolutely established from situations where uncertainty remains. The conversation examines the tension between support for the death penalty, concerns about wrongful execution and debates over lethal injection and other execution methods. A substantial portion of Hour 3 of the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show examines comments from Pete Hegseth about military culture, physical standards, DEI policies, grooming and his vision of a more traditional warrior ethos in the U.S. military. Clay and Buck particularly seize on Hegseth's reference to "beardos," wondering exactly what he means given the prevalence of beards among elite special operations personnel. The discussion evolves into a humorous but detailed history of military facial hair, stretching from the Crimean War and Civil War to World War I, Afghanistan and Iraq. Clay discusses how gas masks helped encourage clean-shaven military standards during World War I, while Buck points to the rugged appearance of modern special operators and earlier soldiers as examples of how beards have historically become associated with masculinity and military culture. They also mention Vice President JD Vance, the history of facial hair among American political leaders and the relationship between grooming standards, professionalism and public perceptions of trustworthiness. The beard debate develops into a wider conversation about workplace etiquette, job interviews, professional appearance and generational differences in hiring. Clay discusses reports of job applicants arriving for interviews carrying iced coffee and debates whether seemingly minor behavior can create a negative first impression. Drawing on their own experience hiring employees, Clay and Buck consider the small personal choices that can unexpectedly derail a job application. Clay recalls immediately questioning a candidate who asked about vacation policy during a first interview, while Buck recounts a government job applicant whose candidacy was reportedly doomed after he arrived at One Police Plaza in shorts and sandals. Clay adds a story from his early legal career in the Caribbean, when a law firm partner told him to stop arriving at the office wearing flip-flops because clients could see him and might question the professionalism of an attorney they were paying hundreds of dollars an hour to represent them. The discussion becomes an exploration of business attire, workplace professionalism, first impressions and changing expectations across generations. Listener stories add a humorous conclusion to Hour 3. One caller explains military rules concerning beards and grooming for special operations personnel. Another recounts shaving his longtime mustache before an airline pilot interview, getting badly sunburned where the mustache had been and then winning over the chief pilot with his explanation, ultimately getting hired. A Texas caller offers perhaps the hour's most unusual job-interview story, describing how he brought his infant daughter to an interview for an engineering position involving the Space Shuttle toilet system, fed her during the interview and still landed the job. That sparks a brief discussion about the unusual engineering challenges of toilets in zero gravity, including surface tension and waste management in space. 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On today’s Clay Travis Show, Clay reacts to reports of an alleged terror attack aboard a FlyDubai flight traveling from Dubai to Tel Aviv, including reports that one pilot stabbed another before passengers and crew intervened. Clay also discusses how the story was covered by major American news networks. Then it’s a loaded sports slate. Clay reacts to Texas A&M’s rough start, reveals his latest college football picks, and breaks down the continued television dominance of the SEC, including the massive audience for Texas-Tennessee. Plus, Clay weighs in on the viral A’ja Wilson fan confrontation, provides an update on the unusual Auburn-Tennessee staffer story, discusses Sydney Sweeney’s impact on a sports betting company, and revisits his recent interview and Oval Office visit with President Trump. Finally, Clay examines the controversy surrounding the Cornell University sexual assault case, including Sunny Hostin’s discussion of New York consent law and the conflicting accounts surrounding the allegations.Follow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down a wild week of news, starting with the midair attack aboard a flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv. After an altercation between the pilots sent the aircraft into a rapid descent, passengers and crew intervened and the plane ultimately landed safely in Saudi Arabia.  Then, Mary Katharine and Karol turn to Britain, terrorism and immigration before examining Zohran Mamdani’s plan to combat antisemitism in New York City. Karol argues the proposal fails to adequately address attacks against Jewish New Yorkers, anti-Zionism and recent campus unrest. Plus, they dig into the disturbing allegations surrounding a Cornell University fraternity case, the conflicting accounts at the center of the civil complaint, and why due process still matters even when the alleged conduct is deeply troubling. Finally, Sen. Eric Schmitt’s questioning of former special counsel Jack Smith produces an extraordinarily uncomfortable Senate moment after Schmitt appears to get a key detail wrong—prompting Mary Katharine and Karol to break down what happened and the reaction in the hearing room.Follow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.